Lake District? (Manchester)

Hi Everyone,I am American and considering spending Protected content every March-May in Ambleside, Lake District, UK. Frankly, it is one of my favorite places in the world overall, but also for my favorite active hobby: rambling then warming up next to pub fire or tea/home baked cakes. I know, a bit pitiful, but I like civilized rambling and what better place is there to do that in the world than the UK? I am hoping to make some nice contacts in the Lake District before going there next time because it does take a long time to meet people outside of organized activities. Does anyone live in the Lake District/have any suggestions of how I can meet some friendly people there ahead of time? ((side note: looking for just female friend company...thank you))